Choices

I have never been able to put into words why we chose to home school as well as this video has done. The speaker has expressed one (this is not the ONLY reason) of the reasons we decided to offer our children a different way to learn. It is well worth the 20 minutes it takes to view and may radically change the way you think about education.

What do you think? Is the speaker correct or way off base?

Unbelievable

Have you ever thought about the gazillion ways that baking soda and vinegar can be used? Well, since I have been trying to find ways to save money, these two things are quickly becoming my new close friends. (My very best friend is chocolate) Ha, Ha!!!

Go here to see the endless possibilities for baking soda and plain ol' vinegar. I was amazed. You might be too!!!

Thoughtfulness

Yesterday, my hubby surprised me with the gift of books. Those of you who know me well, know about my passion for great books. I was deeply touched by his thoughtfulness. We both are so busy with life, that we sometimes forget to do the little things that bring life to a relationship.

His gesture of kindness provoked some thinkin'. How often do we get caught up in our own little world that we neglect others? (I would NEVER do this. No, not me.)

We should never underestimate the power of a kind word or deed. A simple note just to say, "I'm thinking of you". A short phone call to let a friend know you're there if they need you. Being thoughtful does not require extravagance or expense, just a moment to give of ourselves. Let God's love be our inspiration!!!

New American Standard Bible (©1995) Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do not grow weary.

Mystery Solved

I love the stories behind historical events. Abraham Lincoln's watch contained an inscription that had been hidden for many years. Click on the above link and allow yourself a moment to be intrigued!

Serious Life Magazine

Serious Life is a magazine that I recently discovered while visiting another blog. This magazine is full of hope and encouragement. It's definitely worth your time to see what's inside. Have fun while you hop over to check it out!

Love

This is the final product of what I hoped to be a great big "LOVE" message to be sent to the special people in our life.

We made the first attempt to get a good one.

And another one.

And yet another one. What is up with that photographer?

Well, after an exhausting, frustrating photo session, we ended up with the first photo and sent it to the ones we hold dear in our lives. I know that sweet Sophie was not even in the final picture, but...

Tell the special people you know that you love them... today!

Friends and Prayer Request

Go here and here for a fantastic time of fun and encouragement. These dear sweet friends of mine have blessed my life in a special way. So head on over and visit their sites. Have fun!!!

Also, our family covets your prayers for my sister Margie. She had to have extensive surgery due to mastitis and a serious infection as a result of the mastitis. She know is dealing with MRSA and an open wound that requires packing several times a day. Please specifically pray that the infection will respond to the antibiotic so that she can heal and hopefully return to what she loves doing... being a wife and mother.

Have a blessed day!